Volkswagen's top luxury Phaeton: modern luxury charm

As an upstart in the top luxury cars, handwork has become the biggest feature that distinguishes the Phaeton from other luxury cars of the same level. The Phaeton has been carefully crafted by German classic handcraftsmanship, and integrated into the connotation of modern luxury, and has also joined the ranks of handcrafted classics such as Bentley, Rolls-Royce and Maybach.

The birthplace of modern luxury is even more difficult to find than itself, just like the birthplace of the Phaeton - the "transparent factory" in the historic city of Dresden in Germany. Inside the factory, the 24,000-square-meter working floor is all paved with Canadian maple floors that can be seen, and the glass curtain wall creates a bright and transparent working atmosphere; everything in the interior is orderly, quiet and tidy, There is no noise and noise of machines that are used in ordinary factories. Only the slight sound of electric screwdrivers and footsteps can be heard, because there are no conveyor belts and forklifts running everywhere. Instead, there are tracks driven by electromagnetic force. As small as the wire, as large as the entire chassis, it can be delivered to the corresponding station quietly and accurately. On the production line, except for the installation of the front and rear windshields, tires and spare tires using robots, most of the other work is done by hand, so as to ensure that the car is assembled more rigorously and accurately, and reduce the rigidity of mechanized assembly. Of course, Only personnel who have undergone long-term professional training can perform this work.

Hand-crafted interior comfort space

Inside, the Phaeton also has the most hand-crafted applications in its class of luxury cars. According to reports, the Phaeton adopts the same level as the ultra-luxury car Bentley. Through the hands of expert technicians, the carefully selected wood and high-grade leather are processed and refined, and the superb craftsmanship from the traditional German handicraft industry is used.

The wood used for the interior comes from California forests that have been grown for six or seventy years and are no longer bearing fruit. Each component to be processed requires experts to go through various fine processes such as pretreatment, painting, polishing, etc. The entire production process is all manual and skilled, and the quality is more eternal. In order to pursue the effect of being as smooth as a mirror and as warm as jade, the polishing should be done by the original manual method, using sandpaper, beeswax and other accessories for more than ten times; of course, the production cycle is relatively long, only from slicing processing. It takes 15 days to reach a high level of polish, and the craftsmanship and time span is like finishing a work of art.

Inside the Phaeton, exquisite high-end leather products have been sublimated into artistic luxury, which has long surpassed ordinary car interiors. In order to maintain the natural state of the leather, all the leathers are repeatedly tanned and processed by professional craftsmen with superb skills; at the same time, the leathers with almost no color difference are selected from the numerous leathers by professional and sharp eyes, and they are hand-sewn by professional craftsmen. , so that it fits tightly with the seat. As a result, luxurious leather products including seats, interior trims and even gear handles are all over the place, fully satisfying the tactile and visual needs of drivers and passengers, and the atmosphere of elegance and nobility is inseparable for a moment.

Enjoy the perfect driving experience

Breaking the speed of 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds, this is a total length of 5.175 meters, a width of 1.903 meters, a height of 1.45 meters, and is equipped with The amazing performance of The Phaeton, the world's most compact 12-cylinder engine, a top luxury sedan, and the world's top standards in terms of handling and safety, all make people feel heartfelt admiration from the bottom of their hearts.

Luxury Power It's not hard to make an engine. Every car manufacturer can make an engine, but making a record-breaking, breaking-the-beater engine isn't for everyone. With its persistent pursuit of perfection, rich experience and professional repair, Volkswagen successfully solved the problem of heat dissipation of small-angle engines and produced the world's most compact 12-cylinder engine, the W12 engine. The engine cover, intake/exhaust pipes and timing chain cover are all magnesium, and the overall construction is not only strong, but also lighter. The W12 engine is basically composed of two very narrow V6 engines, sharing a crankshaft. The angle between the two V6 engines is 72 degrees, while the angle between the cylinders inside each V6 engine is only 15 degrees. The density is greater, making it a classic among engines and making the Phaeton one of the most powerful sedans.

This sophisticated machine can burst out 331 kW (450 hp) of power and 560 Nm of torque, enabling the Phaeton to sprint to 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds. Its top speed is designed to be more than 300 kilometers per hour, but due to legal restrictions and safety considerations, after the speed reaches 250 kilometers per hour, the electronic speed limiter will automatically start to work. The W12 engine, which combines dynamism, power and super sports performance, will bring the driver an exceptionally smooth driving experience.

In addition, the Phaeton is also equipped with an 8-cylinder V8 engine with a maximum power of 246 kW (335 hp) and a maximum torque of 430 N/m; and a 6-cylinder V6 engine with a maximum power of 177 kW (241 hp) and a maximum torque of 430 N/m. The torque is 315 N/m, which brings unimaginable surging power.

Perfect handling The Tiptronic manual/automatic integrated transmission matched with the Phaeton's luxurious power is equipped with a DSP power conversion program, making shifting control more precise than ever before. It can identify the current state of the gearbox and the driver's intention, and adjust the shift points according to these signals, so that it can be adjusted according to different driving styles, select the best gear, and ensure the best transmission efficiency of the engine, As well as smooth, free, and almost no shift feel in gear changes. At the same time, the variable power steering system makes the Phaeton's control easier and more comfortable.

The Phaeton is also the only luxury car in its class to feature full-time four-wheel drive as standard. The 4MOTION all-wheel drive system features an extremely responsive center differential that ensures optimal distribution of power to all four wheels at all times, in all conditions, even on icy roads. This results in more precise and powerful traction, increased safety and more driving pleasure.

In conjunction with the 4MOTION full-time four-wheel drive system, the Phaeton is also equipped with an electronically adjustable aerodynamic suspension system as standard, thus opening a new chapter in vehicle chassis shock absorption. The front and rear axles of the Phaeton are composed of a four-link front axle and an independent double lateral control arm rear suspension, which is perfectly combined with the continuous damping control (CDC) and the aerodynamic suspension system of the automatic leveling system. The suspensions are combined into one: normal driving ensures driving comfort; high-speed driving reduces the suspension height to ensure sportiness; driving on uneven roads increases the suspension height to ensure good passability; in addition, the suspension can also Body level is automatically adjusted to changes in load and, if required, damping characteristics are continuously adjusted to road conditions and vehicle speed. At the same time, there is a manual control button next to the gear lever, which can independently control the height of the shock absorber. There are three modes of comfort, sports and power to choose from, which not only ensures smooth and safe driving and flexible control. It also provides an extremely comfortable driving experience.

Top Safety As one of the safest cars, Phaeton's unique safety system is like a hard shell protecting pearls, always protecting the safety of drivers and passengers.

The 16 different metals and special plastics used in the Phaeton body not only ensure maximum stability and crash safety, but also bring unparalleled torsional rigidity. Its side impact protection sets new standards. Inside the Phaeton, two front airbags, four side airbags and two new curtain airbags are controlled by pre-collision sensors located in different positions on the body to protect passengers within a thousandth of a second; with two telescopic devices The new seat belt and the new active protection headrest make the user move more freely and comfortably, and at the same time, it also minimizes the injury and reduces the risk of neck sprain. In addition, a large number of standard electronic safety systems are equipped to forge Phaeton's world-leading safety capabilities, such as Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Engine Brake Control (EBC), and Anti-lock Brake System. (ABS), Electronic Differential Lock (EDL), Traction Control System (TCS), Automatic Brake Assist (BA)...

Care for every passenger

If everyone has their own opinions and preferences for comfort, then the comfortable environment created by Phaeton, I am afraid that few people will refuse. Through the application of a large number of innovative technologies and designs, the Phaeton has taken the meaning of "comfort" to a higher level in many ways, and it is not an exaggeration to describe it as luxury.

Four-zone individually adjustable air conditioning is best exemplified by the four-zone individually adjustable air conditioning system (4C Climatronic), which is exemplary in function and comfort level, a world-first technology that allows each occupant to Enjoy the comfort of your own.

The climate and temperature in each passenger seat area can be independent of other seats, and the rear seat passengers can also adjust the temperature of the left and right seat areas separately, just like the driver and front seat passengers. The intelligence of this air-conditioning system is also commendable. It can automatically record the position of the sun and the intensity of the sun, and continuously adjust the temperature according to the measured solar radiation energy. adjust. In this way, each occupant has its own suitable microclimate.

Another feature of this system is that it adopts a unique indirect mode. The airflow is not blown straight out, but will come out like a gurgling spring, so that there is no direct blow to the driver and passengers. The skin does not feel the stiffness and coldness of the airflow, which is not only more ergonomic, but also protects the luxurious interior materials. In addition, the design of the air outlet is quite elegant, with excellent concealment, and the air outlet baffle inlaid with high-grade wood trim makes you can not see it at all but feel refreshing.

Solar sunroof for worry-free parking The Phaeton's large sliding/pry-up solar sunroof with speed inverter represents the highest level in the industry. Although many luxury cars are equipped with similar sunroofs, the Phaeton's sunroof is not only the largest in its class, but also more technologically advanced: it consists of 28 integrated solar cells that can provide 24 watts of energy , which can supply power to the interior ventilation device when the vehicle is stationary, and reduce the air temperature inside the vehicle by up to 20 degrees by sending fresh air into the vehicle. In summer, when there is sufficient sunlight, the interior air ventilation is automatically activated to cool the high temperature inside the car; in winter, the air circulation prevents the windows from fogging. At the same time, it is equipped with a wind speed sensing device. During the driving process, the electromechanically controlled wind deflector can adjust itself according to the driving speed and the opening of the sunroof, which reduces the wind resistance and avoids the unpleasant airflow sound.

The ultimate luxury seating system

The Phaeton seat is another source of "luxury" comfort: the innovative 18-way seat is unrivaled, with added backrest top, seat depth adjustment, and electronically adjustable head The pillow has three functions of air conditioning, massage and memory storage.

Seat air conditioning is provided by fans hidden in the seat cushions and seat backs. These fans move the air in the car cooled by the air conditioner, and the air flow is controlled within a certain range to ensure that it does not cause discomfort to the passengers in the car. In addition, the system will automatically intelligently adjust the airflow temperature, so that it can evenly penetrate the seat cover in the most suitable state, bringing unexpected comfort to the occupants.

The "massage" of the seat adopts an electronically controlled lumbar support with 4 adjustable modes, and performs automatic uplift or recovery actions for several minutes at certain time intervals, thereby slowly changing the position of the occupant's spine to achieve The effect of stretching the back muscles. The intensity of the massage can also be individually adjusted using the lumbar support controls.

The seat also has a memory function that records and stores the seat, seat belt and mirror positions, as well as the different adjustment methods of the steering column - when entering the vehicle, the steering column is automatically moved forward for the convenience of the driver boarding.

It is worth mentioning that the Phaeton has meticulous thinking and can choose two 10-direction electric adjustable single rear seats to replace the rear three seats. The single seat also has air conditioning, massage and memory. Function. The control unit for the rear seats is integrated into the rear center console for easy operation, and the rear occupants can use a single button to control the front seats to move forward and backward. This undoubtedly provides better comfort and a stronger sense of dignity for the occupants of the rear seat - this unique choice is also not available in other luxury cars of the same level.

In addition, the interior space of the Phaeton shows the good intentions of the designers. The one-of-a-kind interior features hand-selected, high-quality materials and a crisp, crisp design, with an air of craftsmanship that pervades, feels, and breathes. From the instrument and center console at the front of the car to the rear of the car, high-grade fabrics and high-quality leather, carefully selected high-grade wood and high-grade metals through professional skills constitute a new luxury feeling synchronized with the times. There is no excessive publicity and show, no cumbersome and redundant, only modern and simple, refined and practical.

During the journey, the spacious space and unique luxurious atmosphere brought by the Phaeton are unparalleled. No matter where the driver sits, they can get first-class enjoyment. The farther they drive, the less they want to stop.